Honey, here comes the moon The Telegraph
If you think of it, honeymoons are for pessimists. The word probably dates back to the 16th century, and was used in a rather satirical sense to imply that the period of bliss — i.e. honey — is brief, and that it will start to fade as soon as it reaches the peak — much like the fickle moon.
The Almanac UPI
, Dec. 5 (UPI) -- Today is Monday, Dec. 11, the 345th day of 2006 with 20 to follow. Those born on this date are under the sign of Sagittarius.
Ruby-red and y sweet New York Daily News
With a dainty little crown and a Santa shade of red, a pomegranate is practically all you need to dress a holiday table. But using this cold-weather fruit for decoration would be missing its magic: those crunchy-cool, tart seeds and their y scarlet juice.
Destination - Orlando! R News
A trip to Orlando is practically on every family's wish list and if you time it right, you just might save some Disney Dollars.
SUNDAY ARTS CALENDAR The Wichita Eagle
EVENTS U.S. Weapons Gun Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. today, Kansas Coliseum, 85th North off I-135. Admission $6, ages 10-under free. Information, 316-755-1243.
Save this winter by checking out these off-peak destinations USA Today
Along with holidays, cold temperatures and snowy weather, winter also brings off-peak savings to destinations at home and abroad. From U.S. cities and national parks to European countries, just about anyone can find a winter destination that appeals to their interests and budget.
In Brief Kathimerini
Local authorities are mainly responsible for issuing a series of short-term contracts to hire personnel instead of filling permanent positions, according to an annual report by the president of the Supreme Council for Personnel Selection (ASEP), Giorgos Veis. In the report, which was published yesterday, Veis said that local officials continued to abuse the hiring system in 2005. Veis said that
Talk About Travel Washington Post
Spain ideas, Argentia, travel woes on US Airways at Christmas
Ask the expert Daily Telegraph
An exhausting long-haul flight can take the shine off a winter break. But there are ways to secure a better economy seat.
Britons warm to Africa as the latest hotspot for a holiday Guardian Unlimited
Africa has become the travel hotspot for British holidaymakers, according to official figures yesterday showing trips to the continent increased by more than a quarter last year.
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